Planning commission backs allowing multifamily as special use in R‑1 single‑family district

Jul 8, 2026

The commission voted to forward an amendment that would permit multifamily dwellings in R‑1 as a special use subject to design, density and parking standards (e.g., max 12 units/acre; 10,000 sq ft lot; minimum 1 parking space per unit). The recommendation goes to city council.

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The Cedar Springs Planning Commission voted to recommend that the city council amend Chapter 32 to permit multifamily dwellings as a special use in the R‑1 single‑family district, subject to additional standards.

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